From Library Journal
James Bond is one of the few characters who has enjoyed a loyal following in print and on the silver screen for over 30 years, a feat rivaled perhaps only by the Star Trek crew. He has endured through several authors and a slew of suave British actors?even James Bond-lite Roger Moore couldn't detract from the super secret agent's popularity. Bond also has the distinction of being one of the few action heroes who with equal vigor has attracted men, who fantasize about being him, and women, who fantasize about being with him. Rubin here offers an A-Z listing of everything you always wanted to know about James Bond films but were afraid to ask. Beyond merely stating the facts, he also punctuates the listings with his own commentary on characters, actors, bits of trivia, etc. The text is further buttressed with hundreds of black-and-white stills. In sum, this is a rich resource for all Bond fans who will be both shaken and stirred by the multitude of factoids and photos. Recommended.?Michael Rogers, "Library Journal"Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Book Description
The one and only Bond lover's bible--fully revised and just in time for the super secret agent's 50th anniversary
"A dream come true for any Bond fanatic."--Leonard Maltin
"A veritable who's who and what's what of every celluloid Bondian adventure."--Los Angeles Times "
A killer compilation of Bond data so meticulously researched that M would be jealous."--Prevue magazine
This A-Z listing of everything 007 is packed with hundreds of photographs, thousands of entertaining movie facts, and countless behind-the-scenes details, making The Complete James Bond Movie Encyclopedia the most exhaustive compendium of Bond data ever published.
Now totally revised to include updated biographical information and a sneak peek at the upcoming Bond film, Die Another Day, this bestselling Bond bible has it all: the deathdefying stunts, the sexy smirks, the droll humor, the martinis (shaken, not stirred), and Q's battery of high-tech devices. For millions of moviegoers who love action, romance, and cliff-hanging suspense, the name of the game is Bond. James Bond.
From the Back Cover
"A veritable who's who and what's what of every celluloid Bondian adventure."
--Los Angeles Times
"A dream come true for any Bond fanatic."
--Leonard Maltin, author of TV Movies and Video Guide
"Best Bond book ever!"
--Fred Clark, Cinefantastique magazine
This A{-}Z listing of everything 007 is packed with hundreds of photographs, thousands of entertaining movie facts, and countless behind-the-scenes details, making The Complete James Bond Movie Encyclopedia the most exhaustive compendium of Bond data ever published. Entries cover everything from the recent return of Bond's legendary Aston Martin to the villainous Zao, Bond's newest nemesis.
Whether it's code names or cool gadgets, quirky characters or quotable dialogue, this one-of-a-kind Bond bible has it all. Now totally revised to include updated information and a sneak peek at the upcoming Bond film, this edition features: Biographical entries on new characters and the actors who play them A "Brosnan Dynasty" section, detailing all three of his epic efforts More than 300 black-and-white photos that illustrate the series' span from Dr. No to 2002's Die Another Day
For millions of moviegoers who love action, romance, and cliff-hanging suspense, the name of the game is still Bond--James Bond.
Author and filmmaker Steven Jay Rubin is a leading authority on the James Bond movie series. His previous books include The James Bond Films: A Behind-the-Scenes History and three other film histories. He currently lives in Los Angeles, where he is developing several motion picture projects.
About the Author
Steven Jay Rubin is a motion picture and television producer based in Los Angeles. A leading authority on the James Bond movie series, he is the author of seven film-related books, including The James Bond Films: A Behind-the-Scenes History and Reel Exposure: How to Publicize and Promote Today's Motion Pictures.
The Complete James Bond Movie Encyclopedia FROM THE PUBLISHER
The one and only Bond lover's bible—fully revised and just in time for the super secret agent's 50th anniversary
"A dream come true for any Bond fanatic."—Leonard Maltin
"A veritable who's who and what's what of every celluloid Bondian adventure."—Los Angeles Times "
A killer compilation of Bond data so meticulously researched that M would be jealous."—Prevue magazine
This A-Z listing of everything 007 is packed with hundreds of photographs, thousands of entertaining movie facts, and countless behind-the-scenes details, making The Complete James Bond Movie Encyclopedia the most exhaustive compendium of Bond data ever published.
Now totally revised to include updated biographical information and a sneak peek at the upcoming Bond film, Die Another Day, this bestselling Bond bible has it all: the deathdefying stunts, the sexy smirks, the droll humor, the martinis (shaken, not stirred), and Q's battery of high-tech devices. For millions of moviegoers who love action, romance, and cliff-hanging suspense, the name of the game is Bond. James Bond.
SYNOPSIS
"A veritable who's who and what's what of every celluloid Bondian adventure."
—Los Angeles Times
"A dream come true for any Bond fanatic."
—Leonard Maltin, author of TV Movies and Video Guide
"Best Bond book ever!"
—Fred Clark, Cinefantastique magazine
This A{-}Z listing of everything 007 is packed with hundreds of photographs, thousands of entertaining movie facts, and countless behind-the-scenes details, making The Complete James Bond Movie Encyclopedia the most exhaustive compendium of Bond data ever published. Entries cover everything from the recent return of Bond's legendary Aston Martin to the villainous Zao, Bond's newest nemesis.
Whether it's code names or cool gadgets, quirky characters or quotable dialogue, this one-of-a-kind Bond bible has it all. Now totally revised to include updated information and a sneak peek at the upcoming Bond film, this edition features: Biographical entries on new characters and the actors who play them A "Brosnan Dynasty" section, detailing all three of his epic efforts More than 300 black-and-white photos that illustrate the series' span from Dr. No to 2002's Die Another Day
For millions of moviegoers who love action, romance, and cliff-hanging suspense, the name of the game is still Bond—James Bond.
Author and filmmaker Steven Jay Rubin is a leading authority on the James Bond movie series. His previous books include The James Bond Films: A Behind-the-Scenes History and three other film histories. He currently lives in Los Angeles, where he is developing several motion picture projects.
FROM THE CRITICS
Library Journal
James Bond is one of the few characters who has enjoyed a loyal following in print and on the silver screen for over 30 years, a feat rivaled perhaps only by the Star Trek crew. He has endured through several authors and a slew of suave British actors-even James Bond-lite Roger Moore couldn't detract from the super secret agent's popularity. Bond also has the distinction of being one of the few action heroes who with equal vigor has attracted men, who fantasize about being him, and women, who fantasize about being with him. Rubin here offers an A-Z listing of everything you always wanted to know about James Bond films but were afraid to ask. Beyond merely stating the facts, he also punctuates the listings with his own commentary on characters, actors, bits of trivia, etc. The text is further buttressed with hundreds of black-and-white stills. In sum, this is a rich resource for all Bond fans who will be both shaken and stirred by the multitude of factoids and photos. Recommended.-Michael Rogers, "Library Journal"
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